Rep. Meadows' vote draws varied responses

Just in case anyone missed it, our new U.S. congressional representative, Mark Meadows, voted against funding the Federal Flood Insurance program to pay for Hurricane Sandy claims on his first day. This is a program that requires certain homeowners to pay for and carry flood insurance. We learned that lesson after Hurricane Ivan caused flood damage in Peeks Creek area in Macon County. I hope everyone who voted for him remembers how much compassion he shows toward those who deserve to get what they paid for. Make him a one-term representative.Jim Hartje, Otto# # #I usually enjoy John Boyle's Answer Man column, but Monday's was a disappointment. His comments about Mark Meadows' vote were poorly researched, and they belong on the opinion page. I agree with John that the vote was terrible. But the reasons for not voting yea are worse. Pork attached to ''must pass" bills is an old political tactic use to force approval of monies for pork projects.I believe a bill like the Sandy bill should be stripped of any pork and written so the people in need benefit in a timely manner. My understanding is that the politicians have loaded up Sandy bills with pork and that many of the allocations are scheduled for years out. I suggest that John resist emotional impulses and contact Mark Meadows and ask him to explain his vote. Perhaps then he could comment on a more rational basis. The pages of the newspaper are powerful and can influence perception.I believe Mark Meadows is a victim of a cheap shot.Richard Cook, Asheville

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Rep. Meadows' vote draws varied responses

Just in case anyone missed it, our new U.S. congressional representative, Mark Meadows, voted against funding the Federal Flood Insurance program to pay for Hurricane Sandy claims on his first day.